"Black Pope" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Black Popes [plural]
Etymology: From the simple black vestments worn by the Superior General, in contrast to the Pope's white vestments. Head templates: {{en-noun|head=Black Pope}} Black Pope (plural Black Popes)
  1. (usually considered derogatory) The Superior General of the Society of Jesus. Categories (topical): Roman Catholicism
    Sense id: en-Black_Pope-en-noun-A7TqCMao Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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